North America Digital Solutions Key Account Director

Prysmian Group; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group seeks a seasoned North America Key Account Director to lead fiber and connectivity solutions for major telecom accounts. You will develop account strategies, build executive relationships, and drive multi-year revenue growth across product lines.

Lead a cross-functional team across engineering, procurement, operations and leadership, and represent Prysmian at industry events to shape value propositions and strategic contracts in a dynamic hyperscale market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive commercial leadership experience in technology, telecommunications, infrastructure, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Significant experience negotiating strategic contracts, multi-year supply agreements, and executive-level commercial partnerships.
• Experience leading and influencing cross-functional global teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive account strategy for Prysmian's largest telecom accounts.
• Establish executive relationships with customers to understand evolving business needs.
• Strategize and implement a multi-year revenue growth plan across multiple product lines.
• Lead team of key account managers to drive growth across product lines and geographies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, procurement, operations and leadership to align solutions with future infrastructure needs.
• Lead complex sales opportunities and strategic contract negotiations.

Skills

Data center infra

Fiber optics

Networking

Executive relationships

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Marketing

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian - Join UsNorth America Digital Solutions Key Account DirectorPrysmian is seeking a Key Account Director to share our fiber and connectivity solution strategy, strengthening our relationships with major providers in the industry.The Key Account Director will lead Prysmian's North America key accounts team for large telecom accounts.Key Responsibilities· Develop and execute a comprehensive account strategy for the company's largest customers.· Establish executive relationships with customers to understand their evolving business needs.· Strategize and implement a multi-year revenue growth plan.· Lead team of key account managers to drive growth across multiple product lines.· Collaborate with customer stakeholders across engineering, procurement, operations, and leadership functions to align solutions with future infrastructure requirements.· Lead complex sales opportunities and strategic contract negotiations.· Collaborate with Product Management and Marketing to develop customer-specific value propositions.· Represent Prysmian at industry events, customer forums, and executive leadership discussions as a key voice within the hyperscale market.· Foster alignment across Sales, Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Marketing, and R&D organizations.· Provide market insights and strategic guidance to executive leadership regarding industry trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies.Required Qualifications· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.· 10+ years of progressive commercial leadership experience within technology, telecommunications, infrastructure, manufacturing, or related industries.· Proven success leading commercial organizations and managing complex, enterprise-level customer engagements.· Significant experience negotiating strategic contracts, multi-year supply agreements, and executive-level commercial partnerships.· Experience leading and influencing cross-functional global teams.· Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, fiber optic technologies, networking, connectivity solutions, or related technologies.· Ability to travel globally as required.Preferred Qualifications· MBA or advanced degree.· Experience working directly with telecom providers· Knowledge of fiber optic connectivity, structured cabling, and fiber connectivity· Experience within a global manufacturing organization.· Background in product strategy, technology commercialization, or market development.**-****Job Offer Fraud Alert**We take the security of our candidates seriously. Please be aware of job offer scams involving individuals *falsely claiming* to represent our company.Our company will **\\*\\*never\\*\\***:* Ask for payment, fees, or financial information at any stage of the recruitment process* Request passwords, banking details, or copies of personal identification via email or text* Extend a job offer without a formal interview process* Communicate from non-company email addresses (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo)All legitimate communications from our recruitment team will come from an official company email domain (ending in *@prysmian.com*).If you believe you have been contacted regarding a fraudulent job offer or are unsure about the authenticity of a message, please contact us directly at [e-mail].*Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.**All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. 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If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [e-mail] is a global cabling solutions provider **leading the energy transition and digital transformation**. By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of **technological leadership and innovation**, and a **strong customer base**, the company is well-placed to capitalise on its **leading positions** and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian's business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing **resilient**, **high-performing**, **sustainable** and **innovative** cable solutions in the segments of **Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions**. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.